If only life could be more like the summer of 2001. Remember that? We weren't at war, the first Shrek movie was released and Lawrence, KS The Anniversary had just released their shimmering sophomore album Your Majesty. Whether it was the Midwestern work ethic or simply an innate ability to write solid songs, The Anniversary possessed a Byrdsian quality that blended well with the DIY emo ethic. Led by the one-two punch Josh Berwanger and Justin Roelefs, the Jayhawk quintet were everything that was great about...[read more]

The Anniversary will be releasing new material in 2008. They will be releasing a new album this year that will include un-released songs and a DVD featuring "live" performances and behind-the-scenes shots of the band hanging out. If you guys could help out and send any photos that you might have (including who took the picture) to theanniversary@hotmail.com.

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